If you want to design a website as a hobby, for your business or even as your own career, a solid foundation of knowledge will help you get your foot in the door. From learning HTML to knowing search engine optimization techniques, there are many facets to web design.
Read on to find some advice which will cover all of the basics.
It's crucial for your site to pass a NoScript test. Activate this extension to assure that your sits is readable. Some content is unable to work without the proper scripts.
Pay careful attention to which colors you choose to use together in your web design. It is important to have text that is easy to read on your chosen background color. In general, a light background with darker text is much clearer than the reverse situation. Ask someone to look at your color schemes to make sure you are choosing something harmonious.
Include a link to the homepage on every page of your site. One of the best ways to do this is to make a graphic title for your page that can be included on all pages. Web users are used to clicking on a graphic to return home so there won't be a learning curve to navigating your site.
JavaScript is a great tool, but don't overuse it. Despite the advantages of increased responsiveness and transparency, it may be problematic for many users. Web browsers have different capabilities, and they all have new versions that come out regularly. Everyone who visits your site will not always have an up to date browser. Also, some visitors will not have JavaScript enabled. These things prevent users from making use of your website.
You've read the advice here and are ready to put it into action, so get ready to design your site! Start by sketching out a design and making lists of the content you'll need and you'll have your website online in no time.
Don't forget to keep reading and learning so you're never left behind.